Sterile Processing Tech / General OR

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a full-time Operating Room Sterile Supply Processing Technician for day shifts in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves decontamination and sterile processing of instruments with a strong emphasis on compliance and patient safety.

Candidates should have a High School diploma and advanced knowledge of sterilization standards. Experience in a related role and national certification are preferred. We offer a supportive environment with career growth opportunities and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions.
• Ability to take a lead role in workflow for equipment management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for decontamination and assembly of instruments used in the operating room.
• Adhere to policies to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Regulatory standards for sterilization methodologies

Problem-solving equipment malfunctions

Leadership in workflow

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Operating Room (OR) Sterile Supply Processing Technician in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53‑bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award‑winning breast care center, and the first robotic surgery program in the state, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for decontamination, correct assembly, and sterile processing of all instruments used in the operating room and ambulatory/specialty clinics. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory standards for universal precautions, sterilization methodologies, and regulatory standards for biological monitoring. Ability to take a lead role in workflow and problem‑solve equipment malfunctions.

Preferred Job Requirements

• One (1) year of previous job-related experience in Central Supply and/or Sterile Processing experience in a hospital or clinic setting.
• National Certification in Sterile Processing or equivalent.